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BRIEFS

November 10, 2011

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*Shipping News* S'pore impounds Cosco ship over payment dispute Singapore has impounded a vessel operated by China Cosco Holdings because of a payment dispute, the company said yesterday, reigniting concerns over China's relationship with the global maritime industry. Maersk lowers profit forecast AP Moeller-Maersk A/S said that its container shipping line, the world's biggest, will lose money this year, lowering a previous forecast of a 'modest' profit as freight rates plunged. Dry-bulk ship owners reject multi-year charters Owners of dry-bulk ships are rejecting multi-year charters in expectation that stronger demand for raw materials will reduce a glut of vessels that is depressing rates, according to Eagle Bulk Shipping Inc. Dutch ships fund plans listing

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Maersk Group quarterly profits drop 79pc even as revenues rise 9pc Chinese transport minister expects hard times in shipping market US east coast container growth beats west coast, says Global Port Tracker Private navy to protect vessels against pirates - at US$30,000 per ship 'K' Line increases intra-Asia coverage with Hanjin Heung-A tie-up US Federal Maritime Commission claims 'defiance' from transpac groups FESCO's January to September container traffic surges 28pc Evergreen, Wan Hai, Hamburg Sud share slots on Japan-HK-Thailand loop Chongqing cold storage capacity to reach 700,000 tonnes by 2015 Wefang port's throughput up 27pc in first three quarters Nantong port's vessel volume hits new high in first three quarters Hong Kong's Kerry Logistics moves supply chain base due to Thai flood CEVA Logistics quarterly operating profit up 5.8pc to US$118.6 million Kuehne + Nagel extends deal with Poland's Danone health food company CN rail goes to debt market to raise US$700 million to pay debt Logwin looks to expand into Korean as apparel volume rises 30pc in 2011 Cathay to start twice weekly freighter flights to Zaragoza, Spain Ural Airlines launches Heilongjiang to Novosibirsk, Chelyabinsk flights Bad timing makes Boeing's new 747-8F a casualty of air cargo slump Korean Air Cargo offers more online mobile services

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NOVEMBER 9, 2011
Hactl signs up Silk Way Airlines and S7 Airlines Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl), a major cargo handling agent at the world's largest airfreight hub, welcomed two new customers with the launch of the new winter time... IAG Cargo takes delivery of first B747-8F IAG Cargo, through its British Airways World Cargo brand, the cargo division of British Airways (which acquired BMI from Lufthansa last week), has taken delivery of the first of th... Change in DB Schenker Rail management board Karsten Sachsenröder, the member of the management board in charge of European sales at DB Schenker Rail, will be leaving the company at the end of 2011 by mutual consent. He will ... Howe Robinson Container Index decreases further The Howe Robinson Container Index (HRCI) decreased from 580.1 points for the week ending on 21 October to 556.6 points for the one ending on 4 November. This 24 point decrease in t... Russia extends Saimaa Canal lease with Finland Russia has extended its Saimaa Canal lease agreement with Finland for 50 years. According to the Russia transport ministry, Finland will pay EUR 1.22 million annually plus EUR 0.18... 75 million truck loads shifted to rail VTG, a German wagon lessor and rail logistics company, has been in business for 60 years and says it has transported 3 billion t of bulk goods, the equivalent of about 75 million t... EBRD funds new freight cars to boost Russo-Finnish trade The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has committed to a long-term loan of EUR 22.5 million to fund an investment in new freight wagons to boost by more than ... Deutsche Post DHL and UNDP offer airport training in Indonesia The Indonesian government, Deutsche Post DHL and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) yesterday launched a training programme in Indonesia under the "Get Airports R... D&F McCarthy adding Renault Trucks to fleet D&F McCarthy, one of East Anglia's leading fresh produce merchants, has taken delivery of three Renault Midlums into its Iveco-dominated fleet of 18 trucks and vans. Supplied b... Mobile Services takes delivery of another Volvo truck The Leicestershire-based English car and light commercial vehicle transporters Mobile Services has taken delivery of its fourth new Volvo truck, an FM11-330 6x2 rigid unit. The new... Logwin takes over cross-docking for Bellaflora Bellaflora, Austria's biggest garden centre chain, has recruited the international logistics services provider Logwin to reorganise deliveries to branches. Logwin will assume the c... DHL building logistics centre in Germany for Primark DHL Supply Chain, a leading contract logistics specialist, is building a logistics centre in Mönchengladbach (Germany) for its customer Primark, creating 250 jobs in the region. A ... Ceva Logistics posts minor improvement in Q3 The global logistics services provider and SCM specialist Ceva Logistics improved its sales by 1.2% in the third quarter of 2011, from EUR 1.815 to 1.84 billion. The corporation's ...

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NOVEMBER 9, 2011
Hornbeck Offshore ups its stock offering W&O Supply incorporates in Brazil, with first office in Rio Salazar announces proposed 2012-2017 OCS leasing program Newport News Shipbuilding name is back on giant crane Donjon Marine appoints VP of Ops, Salvage and Engineering Maersk newbuild to have MAN Diesel & Turbo EGR system

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NOVEMBER 9, 2011
Port of Port Angeles taps McAleer as Marketing and Property manager BTS freight transport index up during month of September Port of Seattle program helps veterans enter workforce Port Metro Vancouver sees boost in cruise numbers Carriers start joint service calling East Asia/India

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NOVEMBER 9, 2011
Booming Asian car demand to keep tankers employed Latest annual Opec report forecasts huge growth in oil demand for road transportation Developing nations' marine bunkers consumption to soar Increased shipping activity in Asia to expand global requirements for fuel Pacific to boost gasoline and gasoil trade Asian demand for oil products to grow to 40% of total global market Disney magic fails to lift flagging car sales Closer co-operation between producers and logistics players is looking more likely VLCCs poised for record monthly cargo volumes from Middle East Ship glut is slashed, boosting owners' sentiment and futures market Marinakis charters out VLCC to BP for year as spot earnings fail to attract Energy giant takes Atlantas at probable daily rate of $19,750 Danes to push deregulation at IMO assembly Maritime authority calling for purge of red tape Drewry transpacific rates dip as Matson talks of trade lane pressure Prices fall marginally to $1,521 per feu on Hong Kong to Los Angeles benchmark route Opening up Northern Sea Route presents social and political challenges While the shipping industry will want to maximise the economic benefits of the NSR, environmental and social conditions in the Arctic need to be protected Liner service connections on the rise in 91 countries Figures from the UN Conference on Trade and Development show Morocco, Vietnam, Lebanon and Algeria as the biggest gainers China clings to its purse strings The G20 summit produced no clear or agreed detail about where the money for proposed bail-out funds and bank recapitalisations will come from Daily rate of $8,000 becomes norm for containership charter market Whether feeder or panamax, vessels are being booked for similar prices Container and tanker operations hit AP Moller-Maersk third quarter Group profit sinks to $371m A question of convenience Owners should think twice before chosing where to flag their vessels It's the message that counts, not the medium Internet use within the maritime industry is on the ascendency Chemoil returns to profit But company still outperformed by competitors despite cost cutting and sales growth Maersk Line hit by falling rates and overcapacity Another two tough years likely, says Nils Andersen Star Bulk reports third-quarter loss Capesize and supramax owner sees 28% year-on-year fall in TCE earnings to $18,808 a day Navios Maritime Acquisition remains in the red LR1 pair finds three-year time charters Greencarrier expands Nordic services Finland to join existing links with Denmark, Sweden and Norway SNCM to lose Corsica contract over breach of EU cabotage directive French appeal court rules in favour of rival Vopak reports 6% rise in third-quarter operating profit year on year to $165m Liquid terminal operator says rise due to new storage capacity Noble Group in $17.5m loss for third quarter Singapore-listed supply chain manager blames 'out-of-control' market volatility War risk ruling likely to be reassessed High Court considers whether piracy threat justifies alternative routing Bergen Group's revenues rise on higher offshore activity Reports turnover of $144.6m for the third quarter FSL and Daxin settle dispute over two vessels 'Amicable' out-of-court settlement sees Daxin paying $5m to First Ship Lease Yangzijiang posts record quarterly profits Singapore-listed yard makes headway in its effort to build higher-value ships Time for diversification With all sectors looking at a serious downturn, we are witnessing what is starting to look like a stampede to the exit Hanging tough Maersk's third-quarter results show how it can win the waiting game Owners urged to see the big picture Focus should be beyond period charters

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NOVEMBER 9, 2011
Orders fall threatens Chinese builders NEW ORDERS at more than 2,000 shipyards in China reportedly plunged 43% year on year in 2011's first nine months How China's steel plans affect iron sector CHINA is set to produce more iron ore from domestic mines and overseas investments as its steel industry continues growing Star Bulk swings to losses NASDAQ-listed Supramax and Capesize owner Star Bulk today reported lower losses than expected, driven by a 28% plunge in rates Owners wary of Kremlin aid RUSSIAN shipowners today raised questions about the Kremlin's sudden support for shipping Landmark cargo from Sierra Leone CHINA will soon receive its first cargo of iron ore from Sierra Leone in 30 years, IHS Global Insight reported today Hamburg lawyers form own shipping firm LEADING shipping law firms Taylor Wessing and Ince & Co are both reeling from defections from their staffs in Hamburg Höegh chosen for FSRU in Sumatra INDONESIA'S government-run PGN has picked Norway's Höegh LNG to build the Belawan FSRU scheme, IHS World Market Energy reported today Yangzijiang posts $157.7M in profits for 3Q SINGAPORE-listed Chinese shipbuilder Yangzijiang said today 3Q2011 net profits surged 40% year on year, to a record high DHL ocean totals drop DEUTCHE Post DHL said today its box liftings dropped year on year in the third quarter to 708,000teu SOBRENA reported to be under administration LEADING French ship repair outfit SOBRENA has reportedly been placed under court administration because of financial difficulties caused by a scarcity of orders Oz port strife settled ASCIANO, the Australian port operator, said it has settled with unions after more than a year of strikes Cargo surge boosts VLCCs BROKERS told Fairplay today they expect VLCC rates in the east-of-Suez market to stay in the Worldscale 50s until year-end COSCO predicts release of bulker in Singapore COSCO told Fairplay today it expects officials in Singapore to release a Panamax bulker arrested on 4 November Trans-Pacific newcomers boxed out A BRUISING price war among container liners has boxed out the six groups that have entered the Trans-Pacific market in the past two years Lending squeeze persists SHIPPING lending capacity will not return any time soon, ABN AMRO's global transport head Gust Biesbroeck has warned.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2011
Business Praises Action on Senate Transport Plan Business groups are praising a Senate committee's approval of a new surface transportation plan but they say it's only the... Ceridian-UCLA Trucking Index Rises 1.1 Percent The Ceridian-UCLA Pulse of Commerce Index reversed course in October, rising 1.1 percent from September after declining for three consecutive... CMA CGM Resumes Libya Service CMA CGM said it has resumed all container commercial services to Libya, joining Maersk Line and Nordana in restarting service... USPS Offers Amnesty on Equipment Returns The U.S. Post Service is urging shippers to return postal-owned equipment and promises not to ask any questions about the... Report Says Industrial Land Market Nearly Recovered The industrial real estate market is one quarter away from reabsorbing the space that went vacant during the 2008-2009 downturn,... Corpus Christi Port Sells 185 Acres to Logistics Firm Texas' Port of Corpus Christi approved the $66 million sale of 185.5 acres at a decommissioned naval base to a... Kintetsu World Express Profit Rises 19.3 Percent Kintetsu World Express, Japan's second-largest international forwarder, said its net profit rose 19.3 percent year-over-year in the first half of... DOT Freight Index Hits 38-Month High Freight volumes carried by the for-hire transportation industry were up 0.9 percent in September from the previous month and reached... Senate Committee Approves Transport Plan The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee unanimously approved a two-year, $109 billion surface transportation bill, but Sen. James Inhofe... Ocean Carriers' Schedule Reliability Rises to 63 Percent The amount of container ships arriving on time in third quarter rose to 63 percent, and Maersk Line had the... Unions Criticize Marad's US-Flag Report Four maritime unions have criticized the Maritime Administration for not including their viewpoints in a study that found U.S.-flag ships... Survey Shows Truckload Capacity Down 1.5 Percent Capacity at a group of six large truckload carriers tracked by The Journal of Commerce fell a cumulative 1.5 percent... Wilh Wilhelmsen Profit Soars 135 Percent Wilh Wilhelmsen's third quarter operating profit surged 135 percent to $175 million on strong growth in the Norwegian car carrier's... Trans-Pacific Spot Rates Resume Decline Spot freight rates on the trans-Pacific dropped this week after last week's brief rebound off their 22-month lows. The... Maersk Line Loses $297 Million on Rate Collapse Maersk Line said Friday it lost $297 million on shipping in the third quarter amid collapsing freight rates on the... Agriculture Shippers Expect Tighter Capacity Most shippers of agricultural products are securing the vessel space and equipment they need right now, but they expect space... APM Terminals' Profit Grows 24 Percent APM Terminals' third-quarter profit jumped 24 percent year-over-year to $174 million, as the terminal operator grew container traffic by a... Deutsche Post DHL Raises Profit Outlook Deutsche Post DHL raised its full year earnings forecast Wednesday after reporting an 18.5 percent surge in third quarter operating...

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NOVEMBER 9, 2011
Forwarders' profits continue CEVA Group has joined the list of forwarders still reporting much better operating results than ocean carriers in Q3 11 compared to the same period last year, although ... Rena: ROB bunker salvage hits snag Exploding reefer Vietnamese contagion The reefer box explosions that took place at Cat Lai terminal, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and in China continue to spread a negative message to the shipping community, ... Crowley adds cool containers Jacksonville-based Crowley Maritime Corp, which operates container and ro-ro services between the US and a wide range of locations in the Caribbean and Central ... Port Tracker forecasts November US imports drop on back of 'lean' inventories Import cargo volumes at the US' major container terminals have started to decline as retailers keep inventories 'extremely lean', according to the monthly Global ... Maersk losses also grow As with other ocean carriers, Maersk's losses from liner container shipping activities grew dramatically in Q3 11 compared to the previous quarter, from a deficit ... Dealing with the teenagers Mark Williams, research manager of UK-based shipbroker Braemar Seascope, believes that scrapping teenage containerships and more effective management of supply ... Damco expands its distribution capacity in Dubai Copenhagen-headquartered Damco, a leading provider of global logistics services, has responded to growing demand for warehousing and freight distribution services ... APM T: 'a steady ship' Among all of the gloom and doom in the liner shipping sector, operators of container terminals appear to be the beacon of stability. This is also evident in the ...

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NOVEMBER 9, 2011
ESEA poised to pounce Aristides Pittas sees additional investment opportunities on the horizon in both the box and bulker markets. Solstad spots spike Activity uptick in the North Sea and abroad bodes well for Oslo-listed owner as results surge. Dahlman downs TBS Equity analyst urges clients to sell shares of ailing bulker owner as price plummets 13%. Bigger Rem better in third Larger fleet helps Age Remoy-led offshore owner to a stronger set of third quarter numbers. Farstad ties up two Energy giants turn to Oslo-listed owner for the tonnage they need to support projects in Brazil and the North Sea. Khanna cold on LNG move Geroge Economou's DryShips will not be moving into the LNG sector right now, operating chief says. Garware's earnings clipped Indian offshore support vessel operator sees profit and revenue come under pressure. Sevan sees red Ailing FPSO specialist covered in red in the third as it races to seal Teekay rescue package. Vosco turns red Vietnamese state bulker owner posts nine-month loss as borrowing costs hit bottom line. Navios nets 'milestone' deal Angeliki Frangou's Navios Acquisition lands period contracts for product tanker newbuildings. Deep Sea plans growth spurt John Fredriksen-led offshore owner is looking to add to its fleet after profitable third quarter.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2011
Exploding reefer contaminant may be methyl chloride Refrigeration experts believe they have discovered with "near certainty" the cause of several explosions in the cooling systems of refrigerated containers, explosions that have killed three workers worldwide. Private navy to combat piracy looks for investment Hastings leaves Sea Star COSCO adjusting BAF and CAF on Europe routes Matson profit takes $6 million hit from service end Seago joins INTTRA network Maersk Line down in 3Q, but terminal, oil divisions help group

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NOVEMBER 9, 2011
Crude dips on Italian debt concerns Oil dropped along with the euro and stocks earlier as turmoil in Italy bolstered concern that Europe's debt crisis will spread. Fujairah prices stable Deliveries in Cape Town available for supply up to and including November 21. Rotterdam market softened Demand for bunker fuels was 'paltry at best', a player told Bunkerworld. Chemoil posts 'strong' Q3 profit Plans to strengthen its bunker business as well as to 'further diversify' in Q4 2011 and next year. Bunker prices generally softening in Asia Mixed demand in major Asian bunker ports on Wednesday, say traders. Odfjell swings to black in third quarter Company's bottom line 'challenged' by increase in bunker costs. Slow steaming to become 'more widespread' in future All shipowners to explore slow steaming, says chairman and CEO of Nordic American Tankers. 'Increasingly difficult' to pass on bunker cost, says Maersk A.P. Moller-Maersk posts 78% decline in net profit in Q3; expects its box shipping unit to post a loss for full year 2011. Air pockets preventing removal of fuel from Rena Salvors encounter air every time they begin pumping oil from submerged tank, says MNZ salvage advisor. Tanker operators urged to get 'creative' Tanker operators can consider slow steaming, vessel layups and mergers to lower operational costs, says Poten & Partners spokesman. NuStar commences bunker ops in New Orleans To operate two barges to support its bunkering business at the port. Japan bunker inventories at 'relatively low' levels Generally slack demand across Japanese ports. Tanker operator extends losses in Q3 Bunker prices continue to put pressure on its earnings during the quarter.

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FROM THE HOME PAGE

PORTS

Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM have formalized the agreement for the management of the new West Terminal at the port of Nador West Med.

Paris

It will become operational in 2027

COMPETITION

SAS (MSC group) will exit Moby by selling 49% of its capital to Onorato Armatori

Rome

The AGCM announces that the commitments presented dissolve the structural and financial ties that had motivated the start of the investigation

CRUISES

Moving the cruise terminal in Trieste is being considered.

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

The UIRR is disappointed by the European Commissioners' intention to withdraw their proposed amendment to the Combined Transport Directive.

Brussels

The sector - the association underlines - needs a framework legislation

PORTS

Sparks fly between the League and Brothers of Italy over the appointment of the presidents of the Port System Authorities.

Rome

Salvini accuses the majority party of obstructing them, absolving Giorgia Meloni from any responsibility

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Taranto decreased by -22.9%

Taranto

Decline in all main product segments except liquid bulk

LOGISTICS

Kuehne+Nagel announces cost reduction program

Schindellegi

In the third quarter of this year, net sales fell by -6.8%

LOGISTICS

In the third quarter, DSV recorded a net profit of DKK 2.2 billion (-24.1%).

Hedehusene

Revenues rose 63.2% to a record $72 billion.

TRUCKING

Fedespedi and Assiterminal are asking the Ministry of Transport for clarification and changes to the rules governing truck waiting times for loading and unloading.

Milan

PORTS

Federlogistica: Before launching the port reform, a discussion with operators is necessary.

Genoa

Falteri: No reform can work unless it arises from a true, structured, and ongoing dialogue.

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in Spanish ports increased by +0.7%

Madrid

Container cargo and dry bulk volumes are declining

PORTS

ESPO calls for continued efforts towards a global solution on ship emissions despite referral to IMO

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.

PORTS

In the third quarter, freight traffic in the port of Antwerp-Bruges decreased by -2.8%.

Antwerp

In addition to bulk cargo, containers also decreased

PORTS

Luka Koper and CEVA Logistics launch joint venture for car traffic in Slovenian ports

Koper

CMA CGM has signed a declaration of intent

TRADE

Greer (USTR): Chinese retaliatory measures will not prevent US from rebuilding its shipbuilding base

SHIPPING

While for many the postponement of the Net-Zero Framework should be seen as an opportunity, for others it derails the path to decarbonisation of shipping.

CRUISES

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ships will refuel with renewable fuels in the port of Barcelona

Miami

Eight-year agreement with Spain's Repsol

SHIPPING

The IMO MEPC has decided to postpone the vote on the shipping decarbonisation strategy by one year.

London/Brussels

Kazakhstan (ICS): Industry needs clarity. T&E, there's a risk that the agreement, even if adopted in a year, won't enter into force before 2030.

PORTS

ESPO welcomes the EU Parliament's recognition of the role of ports in strengthening mobility and military resilience.

Brussels

Ryckbost: We hope that these points will be reflected in the final compromise text.

PORTS

PSA Genova Pra' terminal authorized to accommodate two 400-meter container ships simultaneously

Genoa

Yesterday the "COSCO Shipping Taurus" and "Evelyn Maersk" moored, both 20,000 TEU vessels.

LEGISLATION

Salvini, the port reform aims to create a national port network capable of overcoming fragmentation

Rome

The relaunch of an integrated vision of the planning and programming of all port investments is foreseen

PORTS

Port of Los Angeles Sets New All-Time Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Los Angeles

Port authorities are concerned about the impact of new taxes on Chinese ships and cranes.

SHIPPING

HMM invests $2.8 billion in the construction of 12 13,000 TEU containerships and two VLCCs

Seoul

The ships will be delivered by April 2029

PORTS

Filt Cgil, concerned about the TAR ruling on self-production in the port of Salerno.

Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter

PIRACY

Pirate attacks on ships increased by 37% in the third quarter

Kuala Lumpur

The Singapore Straits region remains at high risk

Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.

PORTS

Appointments of Port Authority presidents and port reform remain stalled, according to port operators at La Spezia.

La Spezia

A heavy brake - they underline - on the principles of participation, transparency and control provided for by the current legislation

ACCIDENTS

In Indonesia, two accidents on the same ship at the same shipyard cause 14 deaths.

Batam

This morning a second explosion on the FSO "Federal II"

TRADE

South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has been implicated in the trade war between the US and China.

Beijing

Beijing also took countermeasures against five US subsidiaries of the shipbuilding group

PORTS

Port of Singapore set new all-time container throughput record in third quarter

Singapore

By weight, however, this cargo volume recorded a decrease of -1.8%.

SHIPPING

Green fuel producers support IMO's shipping decarbonization strategy

London

The importance of introducing incentives for green e-fuels was underlined

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado increased by +2.5% thanks to the increase in bulk cargoes

Genoa

Various goods fell by 14.4%. The Spediporto Conference

LEGISLATION

The US threatens retaliation against states that vote to approve the Net-Zero Framework.

Washington

"Our fellow IMO members," Rubio, Wright, and Duffy warned, "should be warned."

SHIPPING

Wallenius Wilhelmsen: New US port tax on car carriers is higher than expected.

Oslo

From tomorrow they will rise to 46 dollars per net ton

TRADE

USTR announces heavy tariffs on port cranes and other handling equipment made in China

Washington

100% additional tariffs on ship-to-shore port cranes

PORTS

Salvini reassures the port of Livorno of the additional resources needed for the new Darsena Europa.

Livorno

Even a hundred million euros more - the minister stated - will not block the development of the airport.

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

SHIPPING

Chinese taxes on US ships effective October 14

Beijing

Beijing's response to the taxes that will be imposed on Chinese ships calling at American ports

PORTS

In the third quarter of this year, cargo traffic in Turkish ports grew by 4.6%.

Ankara

Volumes with Italy increased by +7.3%, with a sharp increase in containers (+32.2%)

SHIPPING

Taiwanese Evergreen, Yang Ming and WHL saw sharp declines in quarterly revenue

Taipei/Keelung

In the period July-September, decreases of -36.7%, -42.2% and -35.7% were recorded

SHIPPING

ASA, ECSA, ICS, WSC, ITF, IAPH and IBIA call for approval of the Net-Zero Framework

Brussels

Only global standards - they underline - will be able to decarbonise a global industry.

ASSOCIATIONS

Zanetti (Confitarma): ensure the competitiveness of the Italian armaments industry with support tools suited to the sector

Rome

PORTS

In the second quarter, freight traffic in the ports of Naples and Salerno recorded drops of -5.3% and -3.2%

Naples

Cruise passengers on the rise

PORTS

New US tariffs will have a strong impact on containerized imports into the US in the coming months

Washington

National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates forecasts

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In 2024, freight transported by rail by the Spanish company RENFE Mercancías decreased by -12.0%.

Madrid

The financial year ended with a net loss of -32.2 million euros

SHIPPING

ZIM will not apply surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese vessels

Haifa

The new US tariffs will take effect on October 14th.

INDUSTRY

ABB sells its robotics division to SoftBank Group Corp. for $5.4 billion

Zurich/Tokyo

ABB Robotics employs approximately 7,000 people

TRUCKING

Federlogistica calls for acceptance and implementation of the regulation on waiting times for heavy vehicles.

Genoa

Falteri: essential protection for the regularity, safety, and economic sustainability of road haulage companies.

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Ten European rail associations call for acceleration of TEN-T network completion

Brussels

The need to ensure sufficient funding for the implementation of interoperable systems at European level was highlighted

MARITIME SERVICES

SAAM Towage to Complete Acquisition of Entire Share Capital in Colombia's Intertug

Santiago

An agreement was signed to obtain the remaining 30%

Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)

SHIPPING

Last August, the Suez Canal was crossed by 1,070 ships (-3.3%)

Cairo/Ismailia

In the first eight months of 2025, maritime traffic fell by -9.4%

PORTS

Port of Salerno: Work resumes to complete the "Porta Ovest"

Naples/Rome

Cuccaro appointed special commissioner of the Central Tyrrhenian Port Authority. Annunziata resigns.

SHIPYARDS

Renewal of concession for Croatian shipyard Iskra Shipyard

Sebenico

The naval-mechanical plant will be expanded to an area of 11,000 square meters

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the port of Ravenna grew by +10.9%

Ravenna

Bulk cargo is on the rise. Miscellaneous cargo is on the decline.

ASSOCIATIONS

Federlogistica has established its own representation in the Iberian Peninsula

Genoa

It will support Italian entrepreneurs operating in Spain

MARITIME SERVICES

Boluda acquires Royal Boskalis' towage and salvage operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Valencia

Transaction valued at $640 million

LEGISLATION

ESPO urges IMO States to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework

Brussels

The association also urges the EU Commission to align European standards

PORTS

The Port of Los Angeles plans to build a new container terminal.

Los Angeles

Invitation to submit expressions of interest

In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.

PORTS

In the third quarter, Italy's connection index to the global containerized maritime services network grew by +2.7%.

Geneva

The most significant growth in PLSCI was recorded by the port of Savona-Vado Ligure (+53.7%)

SHIPPING

ONE will not charge surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships

Singapore

They will be applied starting from October 14th

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Aeronautical Service sign agreement for the use of composite materials in the naval, civil, and military sectors.

Trieste

PORTS

Genoa Port Terminal concession renewal approved until 2054

Genoa

The terminal's operating conditions have been redefined, bringing them back to the multipurpose function, in compliance with the ruling of the Council of State and the PRP

FREIGHT TERMINALS

PSA Italia-Logtainer and Rail Hub Milano-Medlog have submitted offers to manage the Interporto Padova intermodal terminal.

Padua

PORTS

Cargo traffic in Chinese seaports increased by 4.5% last month.

Beijing

Containers amounted to 27.7 million TEUs (+6.8%)

PORTS

The Netherlands is referring to the Court of Justice of the European Union the question of whether to entrust seafarers or dock workers with the lashing operations on smaller container ships.

PORTS

In the second quarter, container traffic handled by Eurokai terminals grew by +16.4%

Hamburg

Significant growth of 16.1% in Germany. In Italy (Contship), volumes increased by 5.2%.

SHIPPING

China enacted regulation in response to US taxes on Chinese-owned and -built vessels

Beijing

The new rules include the possibility of introducing similar countermeasures

ACCIDENTS

New attack on ships transiting the Gulf of Aden

Southampton

UKMTO announced that a fire broke out on a vessel hit by a shell

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

CRUISES

Carnival closes its best quarter ever

Miami

The American cruise group announces a further strengthening of the growth trend in bookings

CRUISES

Marella Cruises sells Fincantieri slots for two new cruise ships to TUI Cruises.

Hannover/Trieste

With a gross tonnage of 160,000 tons, they will be larger than the units originally planned

PORTS

GNV-Portitalia bridge agreement on lashing operations in the ports of Palermo and Termini Imerese

Palermo

The direct intervention of the AdSP commissioner Tardino was crucial - explain Filt, Fit and Uilt

SHIPPING

HMM will not introduce surcharges for new US taxes on Chinese ships

Seoul

The company will not modify scheduled services that stop in the United States

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

GATX Rail Europe signs sale-leaseback agreement with DB Cargo to purchase 6,000 railcars

Vienna

The transaction will be completed by the end of this year.

In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%

PORTS

In the second quarter of 2025, freight throughput at the port of Bremen/Bremerhaven increased by +6.0%

Bremen

Miscellaneous cargo is growing. Bulk cargo is declining.

CRUISES

A new record in cruise traffic is expected in Italian ports in 2026

Catania

In Catania, Risposte Turismo presented the new edition of the "Italian Cruise Watch" report.

PORTS

Quarterly freight traffic growth at the port of Barcelona. Declining in Algeciras.

Barcelona/Algeciras

In the period July-September, percentage variations of +1.8% and -4.1% respectively were recorded

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fincantieri launches the first integrated underwater drone system

Trieste

Tested at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center in La Spezia

PORTS

Filt Cgil: The method adopted to define the port reform is unacceptable.

Rome

The union denounces the lack of involvement of workers' representatives and the lack of prior consultation.

LOGISTICS

General Assembly of Logistics: Northwest Alliance Renewed

Turin

Liguria, Lombardy, and Piedmont Regions, MIT, RFI, and Ferrovienord Sign Agreement

INDUSTRY

Konecranes reports quarterly revenue decline while orders rise.

Helsinki

In the period July-September, orders acquired for 1.15 billion euros (+20.1%)

SHIPPING

GNV has taken delivery of the new ro-pax GNV Virgo in China

Genoa

It is the first ship powered by liquefied natural gas in the company's fleet.

PORTS

A new maritime service for rolling stock to North Africa is underway at the Vado Ligure Reefer Terminal.

Vado Ligure

Connection with the Libyan port of Misurata

SHIPPING

Grimaldi and China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping sign cooperation agreement

Naples

Expected to offer greater capacity and a broader and more efficient service network to support Chinese exports

PORTS

The 2026 budget forecast and the POT of the Port System Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas have been adopted.

Gioia Tauro

Piacenza: Cold ironing is also important to avoid having to face significant fines.

PORTS

The Port of La Spezia has completed its first cold ironing tests at Molo Garibaldi.

La Spezia

The transformation cabin at the dock has been connected to the cruise ship "MSC Seaview"

PORTS

Global Ports Holding has signed a contract to manage the Casablanca cruise terminal.

Istanbul

15-year agreement with option for a 20-year extension

MEETINGS

A conference on e-commerce returns at LIUC

Castellanza

In the fashion sector they represent over 30% of online orders in Europe

ASSOCIATIONS

Australian Scott McKay is the new president of the International Cargo Handling Association.

London

He took over from John Beckett

INDUSTRY

Fincantieri and Defcomm sign agreement for the development of surface drones.

Trieste

Co-investment to accelerate its industrialization

PORTS

Container traffic in the port of Valencia fell by 11.6% in September.

Valencia

In the third quarter of 2025, overall freight traffic decreased by -3.2%

PORTS

Container traffic at the Port of Long Beach increased by 0.7% in the third quarter.

Long Beach

Empty spaces are rising. Full capacity at boarding and disembarking is down 1.0% and 8.5% respectively.

PORTS

Piacenza: The port of Gioia Tauro aims to handle seven million containers by 2029.

Genoa

Transhipment - he underlined - represents an essential gateway for international goods into the national market.

SHIPPING

Arkas Line's new direct service connects the Eastern Mediterranean and Italy with West Africa.

Izmir

It will be held on a weekly basis

SAILING LIST

Visual Sailing List

	Departure ports
	Arrival ports by:
	-	alphabetical order
	-	country
	-	geographical areas

MARITIME SERVICES

Assocostieri urges revitalization of the national bunkering sector

Genoa

Among the proposals, making it possible to use barges as floating storage facilities for alternative fuels

PORTS

The Ministry of Transport has requested an agreement for Consalvo to become president of the Eastern Adriatic Port Authority.

Rome/Trieste

Fedriga: The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region will express its agreement

TAXES

Federmar-Cisal proposes a new distribution of the tonnage tax benefits

Rome

Pico: For maritime personnel, financial recognition is not always proportionate to the essential role they play

COMPANIES

P&O Maritime Logistics completes acquisition of controlling stake in NovaAlgoma Cement Carriers

Lugano

Obtained the necessary regulatory approvals

ACCIDENTS

Fatal accident in the port of Ravenna

Ravenna

A 67-year-old truck driver lost his life at the Sapir terminal.

PORTS

A Norwegian delegation visits the Northern Tyrrhenian Port Authority

Livorno

INDUSTRY

ABB's quarterly financial performance shows sharp growth

Zurich

In the period July-September the value of new orders increased by +11.6%

SHIPYARDS

Fratelli Neri buys two tugboats produced by Egypt's Misr Tugboats Factory

Ismailia

They will be taken into delivery in the first quarter of 2026

PORTS

COSCO Shipping Ports Sets New Quarterly Container Traffic Record

Hong Kong

In the period July-September, 29.8 million TEUs were handled (+3.6%)

PORTS

Container traffic in the port of Hong Kong fell by -9.2% in the third quarter

Hong Kong

A 16.3% drop was recorded in September

PORTS

Port of Civitavecchia appoints members of the Marine Resources Partnership Body

Civitavecchia

He will remain in office for four years

PORTS

New quarterly record for container traffic handled by CMPort port terminals

Hong Kong

New highs recorded both in China and at overseas ports

SHIPYARDS

CMA CGM to order six feeder containerships from Cochin Shipyard

Kochi

Order worth approximately 300 million dollars

PORTS

Efficient solutions for the port launching of floating wind turbines are being studied in France

Trondheim/Brest

Agreement between the Norwegian BOA and the port of Brest

SHIPPING

Augusta Due has acquired a second new tanker built by Fujian Southeast Shipbuilding Co.

Rome

It has a capacity of 18,590 deadweight tons.

TRUCKING

IRU, CLECAT, ESC and GCCA oppose binding targets for demand for zero-emission trucks

Brussels

They ask to focus instead on creating favorable conditions for operators to be able to use them.

ASSOCIATIONS

Marialaura Dell'Abate is the new president of Confitarma's Young Shipowners' Group.

Rome

PORTS

In the third quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports grew by +4%

St. Petersburg

Only import loads are decreasing

COMPANIES

Matteo Caiti appointed country manager for Italy at Forto

Milan

The goal is to consolidate growth on the Italian market

INTERMODAL TRANSPORT

DP World to build and operate multimodal terminal in Uzbekistan

Dubai

Joint venture with Tashkent Invest

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Applications for rail freight transport incentives are now open.

Rome

From today the requests to access the Ferrobonus

SHIPPING

Confitarma welcomes Senate approval of simplification measures for the maritime transport sector.

Rome

A rapid approval in the Chamber is also hoped for

TRUCKING

The maritime, port and logistics sector asks the Ministry of Transport for clarification on the regulation on waiting times for loading and unloading goods

Rome

A dialogue was called to determine the identification of correct application indications of the law

SHIPYARDS

Four icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard will be built in Finland.

Washington

Agreement signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Alexander Stubb

AWARDS

PSA International wins the "Best Singapore Investor in Italy" award.

Genoa

It was awarded by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

SHIPYARDS

The Italian Navy's Olterra ship was launched in Genoa.

Genoa

It is the first military project built by the T. Mariotti shipyard

SHIPYARDS

The first ferry owned by the Sicilian Region launched in Palermo

Palermo

Folgiero: Revitalization of the Sicilian shipyard as part of Fincantieri's new industrial plan

SHIPPING

In the third quarter, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +0.7%

Hong Kong

Accentuation of the reduction in revenues which fell by -25.9%

LOGISTICS

Assologistica approves new rules on pallet exchange

Rome

Approved by the Senate, the text passes to the Chamber of Deputies

OFFSHORE

Offshore wind farm in the port of Augusta ready in two or three years

Palermo

Di Sarcina: We are confident in a rapid allocation of the planned resources, amounting to approximately 50 million euros.

PROGRESS AND TECHNOLOGY

In the Netherlands, a self-driving vessel has been authorised to sail outside a restricted area.

Rotterdam

DEFENCE

German company Helsing acquires Blue Ocean Monitoring

London

Australian company builds self-driving submarines

PORTS

The decree designating the port of Taranto as a national offshore wind hub has been made official.

Taranto

Gugliotti: Unlock resources for modernizing and upgrading port areas

ACCIDENTS

One of two injured sailors from vessel attacked in Gulf of Aden dies

Amsterdam/London

Dominquez (IMO): Strong condemnation of any type of attack against ships

PORTS

Salvini met with the deputy CEO of the Turkish terminal operator Yilport.

Rome

At the centre of the meeting was the dredging of the port of Taranto.

EDUCATION

The Logistics & Sea Academy has equipped itself with new simulators for operating ships, tugboats, trains and port cranes

Venice

Investment of four million euros

MOURNING

Giovanni Punzo, founder and president of CIS - Interporto Campano for thirty years, has died.

Nola

Among the founders of Italo, the first private Italian operator on the high-speed rail network

SHIPPING

The new two-masted ro-ro ship Neoliner Origin will arrive in Livorno tomorrow.

Vado Ligure

It has a capacity of 1,200 linear meters of rolling stock

FINANCING

The refinancing of the Setramar group's capital structure has been completed.

Ravenna

Merli: a crucial step in our growth journey

PORTS

Liguori's term as head of the Trieste Port Authority has been extended.

Rome

Confirmed in the role of extraordinary commissioner of the institution

PORTS

Agreement to complete electrification work on the docks at the port of Gioia Tauro

Gioia Tauro

The 70 million euro investment to complete the project has been confirmed.

COMPANIES

A Maersk delegation at the Grendi Group's container terminal in Cagliari's Porto Canale.

Milan

At the centre of the debate is the development of traffic towards North Africa

COMPANIES

Geodis appoints Maurizio Bortolan as CEO for Italy

Milan

It will coordinate the three business lines Contract Logistics, Freight Forwarding and Road Transport

PORTS

Port of Livorno: Protests over Gaza must not block operations.

Livorno

The members of the Partnership Body highlighted the need for it to be accessible to all vessels

PORTS

GNV, agreement with Sicilian terminal operator Portitalia is positive.

Genoa

The company specified that the aim was exclusively to temporarily supplement the tariffs.

PORTS

Two days of work with ESPO in Rome on the Mediterranean and European ports

Rome

Meetings organized by Assoporti

TRADE

In 2024, 112 million counterfeit items were seized in the European Union.

Brussels

Record estimated value of 3.8 billion euros

PORTS

Strikes and protests in ports, request for information from the Guarantor

Rome

Request for information from prefects, port authorities, and port authorities

SHIPPING

Danaos Corporation has ordered two 7,165 TEU containerships from Dalian Shanhaiguan.

Athens

They will be taken into delivery in the third quarter of 2027

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

In the second quarter, freight traffic on the Austrian rail network fell by -1.4%.

Vienna

Only domestic traffic is growing

LOGISTICS

ALS (FBH Group) has acquired 80% of Trans World Shipping and Moda Express of USA.

Rozzano

The two companies have 500 employees and are active in Italy, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.

COMPANIES

Circle's revenue increased by 62.1% in the first half of 2025

Milan

Net profit of over 1.0 million euros (+1.8%)

PORTS

A Ukrainian delegation hosted by the Northern Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority

Livorno

Cooperation in the field of training and safety at work in ports

PORTS

The EIB is financing Phase A of Genoa's new breakwater with €300 million.

Luxembourg

The total investment is 937 million euros

SHIPPING

This summer, GNV ships carried 1.7 million passengers (+9%)

Valencia

In the next few days the company will take delivery of "GNV Virgo", the first LNG-powered vessel

PORTS

The project for the expansion, safety improvements, and extraordinary maintenance of the port of Pozzallo has been presented.

Pozzallo

It provides for the construction of the breakwater arm

CRUISES

Fincantieri delivers the new Star Princess cruise ship to Princess Cruises

Monfalcone

It has a gross tonnage of 177,800 tons and a capacity of 4,300 passengers.

MEETINGS

A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

PORTS

Filt Cgil calls on port administrators and businesses to join the action against the Palestinian massacre.

Rome

This burden – the union highlighted – cannot be placed solely on the shoulders of dock workers.

EDUCATION

The agreement between the Italian Merchant Marine Academy Foundation and the NATO Center in La Spezia has been renewed.

Genoa

The collaboration signed in 2023 has been confirmed

LOGISTICS

Fischer & Rechsteiner and Gimax International acquire BCUBE's Freight Forwarding business.

Genoa

The completion of the transaction is expected in the next few days

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Fermerci outlines a dramatic scenario for the European rail freight transport sector

Rome

Rizzi: There is a real risk of a shift towards exclusively road transport.

LOGISTICS

Sogedim opens a new branch in Modena

Mesero

Initially, the activity will be dedicated exclusively to UK export traffic and will then extend to other European markets.

OFFSHORE

Eni completes the sale of a 30% stake in the Baleine project in Ivory Coast to Vitol.

San Donato Milanese

The field was discovered in 2021 and production started in 2023

SHIPPING

The new PCTC Grande Svezia has joined the Grimaldi Group's fleet.

Naples

It has a maximum capacity of 9,000 ceu

PORTS

The Cagliari City Council approves its opinion on the Sardinian Ports Development Plan.

Cagliari

Green light unanimously

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

The railway sector contributes 1.4% of the European Union's GDP.

Brussels

Study commissioned by CER

SAFETY & SECURITY

In the port of Naples, the Coast Guard has detained the bulk carrier Tanais Dream.

Naples

Serious irregularities found on board

PORTS

Italian Ports:

Ancona

Genoa

Ravenna

Augusta

Salerno

Bari

Savona

Leghorn

Taranto

Naples

Trapani

Carrara

Palermo

Trieste

Venice

Italian Interports: list

World Ports: map


DATABASE

		Shipowners		Shipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
		Forwarders		Ship Suppliers
		Shipping Agents		Truckers

MEETINGS

MEETINGS

A seminar on the new law on interports will be held in Milan on October 2nd.

Milan

It is organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Padua

MEETINGS

The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.

Lugano

››› Meetings File

PRESS REVIEW

Foreign firms to operate 3 terminals under Ctg Port for up to 30 years; deals by December

(The Business Standard)

We'II Rebuild Apapa, Tin-Can Ports In 48 Months - Dantsoho

››› Press Review File

FORUM

of Shipping
and Logistics

ASSITERMINAL

Intervento del presidente Tomaso Cognolato

Roma, 19 giugno 2025

››› File

INDUSTRY

Agreement to accelerate the implementation of robotics in Fincantieri's production processes

Trieste

It was signed with the Friulian Idea Prototipi

INSTITUTIONS

Sergio Liardo is the new general commander of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard

Rome

He takes over from Admiral Nicola Carlone

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DBA to supply new Terminal Operating System for Georgia's Batumi Port

Villorba

The project includes all phases of development, testing and operational testing

ACCIDENTS

Attack on a ship in the Gulf of Aden

Portsmouth

The captain reported hearing an impact in the water and an explosion

COMPANIES

Danilo Ricci has been appointed managing director of Tarros Line.

La Spezia

He has held various positions in Italy and abroad within the group

ASSOCIATIONS

Permanent discussion table between Confindustria Nautica and Federagenti

Genoa

This is provided for in an agreement signed today in Genoa

CRUISES

In the first half of 2025, cruise traffic in Italian ports grew by +6%

Venice

The twelfth edition of Italian Cruise Day will be held in Catania on October 24th.

SHIPPING

SAL Heavy Lift buys two semi-submersible vessels from Pan Ocean

Hamburg

They were built in 2008 and 2012

RAILWAY TRANSPORT

30% of Sangritana Cargo will be acquired by the Marche-based company Transadriatico

The Eagle

The sale will be completed in the next few days

MEETINGS

The eighth edition of "A Sea of Switzerland" will be held in Lugano on October 6th.

Lugano

Forum on economic and logistical integration between Ligurian ports, the Northwest manufacturing area, and Switzerland

OFFSHORE

DEME orders new cable-laying vessel from Singapore-based PaxOcean

Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht

It will be built in the Chinese shipyard of Zhoushan

PORTS

Assoporti will meet at RemTech EXPO 2025 to discuss the green transition in Italian ports.

Ferrara

The Smart Ports Award was awarded to three Port System Authorities

PORTS

The first shipment of Syrian oil in 14 years arrives at the port of Trieste.

London

Part of the cargo - S&P Global Commodity Insights reports - was unloaded at the Sardinian terminal of Sarroch

PORTS

In August, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +20.3%

Taranto

The ferry "Drea" was also rejected by the Apulian port, where however it is temporarily stopped

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